Making vectors in Clip Studio Paint primarily involves creating a special type of layer called a vector layer, which allows you to draw lines and shapes that can be scaled and edited non-destructively.
Creating a Vector Layer
The fundamental step to making vectors in Clip Studio Paint is setting up a Vector Layer. Unlike raster layers, lines drawn on a vector layer are mathematical paths, giving them unique flexibility.
According to the reference provided, you have several ways to create a new vector layer:
- Using the Layer Menu: Navigate to the menu bar at the top of the screen.
- Click on Layer.
- Select New Layer.
- Choose Vector Layer.
- Using the Layer Palette Menu: Access the menu within the Layer palette itself.
- Click the menu icon (often three horizontal lines or a small triangle) at the top-right of the Layer palette.
- Select New Layer.
- Choose Vector Layer.
- Using the New Vector Layer Icon: A quick method directly from the Layer palette.
- Look for the specific icon that represents creating a new vector layer within the row of icons at the top of the Layer palette. It often looks like a grid or path symbol.
- Click this icon.
When you create a vector layer using the New Vector Layer icon in the Layer palette, it is automatically created using the default settings configured for your canvas.
| Method | Steps | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Layer Menu | Layer > New Layer > Vector Layer | Standard menu navigation |
| Layer Palette Menu | Layer Palette Menu > New Layer > Vector Layer | Access from palette options |
| Layer Palette Icon | Click the "New Vector Layer" icon in the Layer palette | Quick creation |
Once your vector layer is active (selected in the Layer palette), you can then use various drawing tools like the Pen, Brush, Line, or Shape tools to create vector lines and shapes on that layer. These vector elements can later be easily edited using dedicated vector tools.
